12 Best Jesse Eisenberg Movies You Must See

Jesse Eisenberg is one such rare actor working in Hollywood today who augments the senses of a movie that he is part on, barely by his beguiling presence. His first feature was the 2002 comedy-drama film ‘Roger Dodger’ and since then he has done extensive amount of films, having immense qualities in wide range of categories, a massive achievement for an actor of his age and experience. The soothing screen-presence and groovy body language has been an inherent quality of him, which he often employs in a skillful and effective manner.

He makes his co-actors to look in a state of comfort by his cool, yet gripping style, thus also aiding to the easiness of the narrative. This hardworking, passionate, and authentic actor has proved to be a unique and enchanting figure among the modern day actors and is one with great potential to do quality, anomalous roles. With that said, let us look at the list of top 12 films of Jesse Eisenberg:

12. Now You See Me (2013)

‘Now You See Me’ is a fun, easy to enjoy movie. It is also one of the good magic movies. The film does a great job of being flashy with grand spectacles without taking itself too seriously. The four main magicians who work together have great balance in character, and tons of crowd appeal. What this movie lacks in a meaningful message, it makes up with amazing tricks and twists that will leave the audience unable to guess the next move. Jesse Eisenberg was excellent thereby proving his A-list status.

11. Café Society (2016)

‘Café Society’ is a beautifully shot and genuinely enchanting period comedy with some amusing characters that you can relate to on an emotional level. It is obviously not one of Woody Allen’s best work, but you will have a blast watching this. It displays Old Hollywood and New York with equal degrees of dreamy warmth. The visuals seep off the screen and create an atmosphere so lovely to spend an hour and a half in, that when it is over you feel a longing to return. Jesse Eisenberg, whose character Bobby brings together the two worlds of New York and Los Angeles, excellently leads the cast.

10. Solitary Man (2009)

It is rare for an American film to give us a despicable protagonist from beginning to end, but that is one of the notable achievements of ‘Solitary Man’. You could almost feel the frankness of the character evolving. If you have ever enjoyed Michael Douglas in a movie before, this movie is worth seeing. His performance as a morally flawed rake who is somehow ingratiating, if not exactly charming is a subtle but real revelation of his acting skills. He obviously delivers in a movie built around a singularly unpleasant main character that needs a flawless central performance to succeed. Jesse Eisenberg also does his role perfectly well.

9. Louder Than Bombs (2015)

‘Louder than Bombs’ follows a family three years after their mother dies as an article is going to be written about her for an exhibit. The family (a father and two sons) are united and have their fair share of troubles and problems together. Thus, the film focuses to tell how they are going to cope with their loss, especially the little brother who has differences with his father. We are meant to experience all these conflicting viewpoints and perspectives not be given cheap life lessons. One of the rare kind of roles in his entire career done with terrific composure and focus.

8. Roger Dodger (2002)

‘Roger Dodger’ deals with a rather unsuccessful womanizer who is taking his teenage nephew to a night out and teach him about approaching and scoring with the women. That leads to quite a few amusing, true and wonderfully pathetic observations about flirting, sex, men and women. While the camera work is somewhat experimental and shaky at times by trying to be voyeur instead of cinematic observer it also gives the movie a realistic feel. Jesse Eisenberg, whose wide-eyed innocence and youthful decency provide an effective counterpoint to the brash but empty Roger. This movie is definitely one of those hidden comedy gems that you may want to try out.

7. Adventureland (2009)

An honest and believable teen comedy-drama, ‘Adventureland’ is a fine addition to the coming-of-age genre, especially because it treats its characters and story with a great deal of respect, never resorting to cheap laughs or excessive melodrama. In addition, this movie proves that, despite her dull acting in the Twilight Saga, Kristen Stewart is actually talented as an actress. What actually makes the movie enjoyable is the old cars, groovy soundtrack and reminiscent cultural references despite its label as a comedy. Jesse Eisenberg plays the role of a nerdy, vaguely nebbish, and uptight character who is believably awkward.

Add comment

Suggested For You

When ‘The Blair Witch Project’ was released in 1999, it brought in a wave of change in the horror genre. The film tells the story of three student filmmakers — Heather Donahue, Michael C. Williams, and Joshua Leonard — who...

Netflix has been one of the pioneering platforms for shows. From producing new content every month to using its production to rerun classic shows, the streaming giant is replete with quality shows, documentaries and movies. From chirpy themes to...

‘That Time I Got Reincarnated As a Slime’ is one of the best isekai anime to have come out in recent times. The anime aired its last episode of the first season this year in the month of March. It is really entertaining and fun with a...

A mystery thriller film, ‘The Ninth Gate’ (1999) follows Dean Corso, essayed by Johnny Depp, a rare book dealer, who while seeking out the last two copies of a demon text, invariably gets drawn into a conspiracy with supernatural...